by Richmond | Sep 1, 2020 | Blepharospasm, Cervical Dystonia, Chronic pain, Dystonia, Pain Coach
September 2020 is dystonia awareness month Dystonia is a movement disorder thought to affect 100,000 people in the UK. The condition is characterised by involuntary and unwanted movements and spasms. It can affect any part of the body, but more commonly the neck, jaw,...
by Richmond | Jul 14, 2020 | Chronic pain, Pain, Pain Coach
We can all benefit from having a mentor. If you have a mentor, you might like to think about what that person does for you. How do they make you feel? What do they do for your energy? How do you feel in their presence? Most people will agree that a mentor enhances...
by Richmond | Jul 2, 2020 | Chronic pain, Pain, Pain Coach
At the moment and for the foreseeable future, I continue to do video online calls. Why? There are a few reasons. I will explain. Over the past few weeks we have seen clinics opening for face to face sessions. So why I do continue to do video online sessions? Simply...
by Richmond | May 22, 2020 | Chronic pain, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Motion is lotion, Pain, Pain Coach, Trail Life
Trail Life appeals to people who want to be in nature as a way to wellness Our natural orientation is towards wellness. The habits that we form determine whether we remain on this path or not. For example, the habit of regular movement through each day means that my...
by Richmond | May 21, 2020 | Anxiety, Chronic pain, Pain Coach, Running
I am absolutely delighted to introduce Dave and Laura who have recently published two terrific books: Happy Place and Move Happy. They have a super story to tell. I met Dave last year on a writing and running retreat hosted by the excellent Adharanand Finn and Richard...
by Richmond | May 17, 2020 | Pain, Pain Coach, Pain Education
My son asked me why he feels lethargic at the moment, despite being active several times a day. Why would this be he wondered? We chatted about being zoomed out. Zoom and other online platforms have undoubtedly allowed many people to keep engaged. Work meetings,...
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